A gentle icon of the countryside and believed to be one of the oldest living deer in the world, Beauty passed away peacefully this week at the age of 27, leaving her caretakers and the local community heartbroken yet deeply grateful for the years she gifted them.
Beauty, a fallow deer who lived well beyond the typical lifespan of 12–16 years, defied every expectation. According to her family, her extraordinary longevity was no miracle—just a life surrounded by warmth, comfort, and, above all, love.
“She was more than a deer… she was family.” The family raised Beauty since she was rescued as a fawn shared an emotional statement: “Beauty lived a long, healthy, joyous life, and it was all because she was loved. Lots and lots of love. That’s what kept her going for 27 years.”
Beauty spent her days in a spacious, wooded sanctuary on the family’s property—an environment they created to mimic her natural habitat while keeping her safe from predators and harsh weather. Over time, Beauty became such an integral part of their lives that she was known affectionately as “the old lady of the farm.”
Visitors, neighbours, and schoolchildren would often stop by to see the famously peaceful deer, who had developed a reputation for her gentle nature and surprising alertness even at extremely old age. Many recalled her as a symbol of resilience and affection.
Local wildlife groups frequently highlighted Beauty as a rare example of how compassion and proper care can dramatically extend the lifespan of captive or rescued animals. Although the family expressed sorrow at her passing, they said they find comfort in knowing Beauty lived “every single day with peace, care, and love.”
They added: “She left this world the same way she lived in it—calm, beautiful, and surrounded by the people who loved her.” Beauty’s story has since spread across social media, touching thousands who say her life represents the extraordinary bond that can form between humans and animals—and how kindness can profoundly affect even the natural world.
